Elder Jack Ward - Elder Jack Ward - COMPACT DISCS [CD]

Scandinavian indie pop four-piece Hater end a three-year hiatus following their formidable third album Sincere with the of Mosquito, an intriguing dream pop drama played out across eleven gripping instalments of self-examination.On Mosquito, Malmö-based Hater sound rejuvenated - they embrace the raw indie pop approach that they've become known for, but with a more direct, polished songwriting style. The band have refined their shoegaze roots into something sharper, more melodic, and deeply resonant. Mosquito overflows with stories where mythical twists (vampires, Cupid, mosquitos) are underpinned by the sad-eyed yearning for true love. But this is not your typical album about love the band are keen to point out.'Angel Cupid' unfurls in slow motion, a gorgeously controlled diatribe against bland love songs when you're locked out of that emotion yourself. The curious lead single 'This Guy?' is a mystery in itself the tale of a strangely confused interloper, unidentified and unidentifiable - and the band themselves call it Incha quiet confusing songInch. Entering an echoey cavern of gothic strangeness, InchStinger'sInch insistent drums and Caroline's lyrics worm into the inner thoughts of a love struck supernatural.An emotional rollercoaster by any other name, Mosquito spills over with half remembered broken hearts and broken promises, filled with torture and tingle, yet punctuated by hopes and dreams for future resolutions.Mosquito was recorded in the splendid isolation of AGM Studios in Vollsjö, Sweden, with long-time collaborator Joakim Lindberg at the controls and bassist Adam Agace returning to the fold. They completed the project at Lindberg's famed Studio Sickan, with Caroline Landahl, Måns Leonartsson, Rasmus Andersson, and Adam Agace all contributing equally to a sound that morphs between punchy introspection and melancholy realisation.

Elmore James - Definitive [COMPACT DISCS] 2 Pack date 10/18/2017

Orphaned at age 2, William Thomas Dupree grew up in the same New Orleans boys' home where Louis Armstrong first played the cornet. Continuing his music education with barrelhouse piano musicians, Dupree became known for his gritty yet soulful piano blues and boogie-woogie style. During the Depression, he started boxing for a living and earned the nickname Champion Jack, which stuck with him for the rest of his life. Here, Dupree's theme is clear Bad women and good women. Hard times... hot hands, and hot music. Liner notes include lyrics, photos, and an introduction by Charles Edward Smith.